Deep Relief
Deep Relief was founded by Dr. Lou (Louisa Tomaio, D.Ac.), a licensed acupuncturist and massage therapist with over 20 years of experience helping clients reduce pain, tension, and stress through bodywork, acupuncture, and nutritional consultations. Their focus on “Real Therapists, Real Outcomes” ensures that clients receive effective care from experienced practitioners. Whether you’re recovering from injury, […]
Deep Relief was founded by Dr. Lou (Louisa Tomaio, D.Ac.), a licensed acupuncturist and massage therapist with over 20 years of experience helping clients reduce pain, tension, and stress through bodywork, acupuncture, and nutritional consultations. Their focus on “Real Therapists, Real Outcomes” ensures that clients receive effective care from experienced practitioners. Whether you’re recovering from injury, managing chronic pain, or simply want to enhance your wellness routine, their skilled team delivers tangible results with advanced hands-on care.
Deep Relief distinguishes itself with its “DR Hit The Spot” method, focusing on results-driven treatments rather than generic approaches. Their team consists of highly qualified, licensed practitioners who specialize in relieving stress, tension, and pain in a comfortable setting.
Their approach is holistic and targeted—therapists don’t just treat symptoms but address the underlying causes of discomfort. Every treatment is customized to the individual client’s needs.
Services Offered
Massage Therapy
- Signature DEEP Tissue Massage – Advanced bodywork focused on breaking up tension and providing lasting results
- Signature Relaxation Massage – Therapeutic relaxation to reduce stress and promote wellness
- Pure Ashi (Barefoot Massage) – Specialized technique using the therapist’s feet to deliver deeper pressure
- Orthopedic Massage – Targeted treatment for specific injuries and chronic pain conditions
- Prenatal Massage – Safe, specialized massage for expectant mothers
- Additional Techniques: Cupping Therapy, Trigger Point Therapy
Acupuncture
- Dry Needling – Targeted approach for releasing tight muscles and trigger points
- Traditional Acupuncture – Ancient practice to reset the nervous system and promote healing
Chiropractic Care
- Comprehensive adjustments addressing the whole body, not just the spine
- Manual therapy techniques
- Home exercise guidance and education
Jenna Valentine
Owner & Primary Practitioner @ Valentine Care
Valentine Care offers holistic wellness services supporting both individuals and couples, through Asian body work, cupping, acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine & Intimacy Coaching.
Owner & Primary Practitioner @ Valentine Care
Valentine Care offers holistic wellness services supporting both individuals and couples, through Asian body work, cupping, acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine & Intimacy Coaching.
Jenna has always had a love for people and the connections that can occur between them. She has a history of working with many different populations: veterans with mental illness, individuals with substance abuse issues, youth in foster care and juvenile justice, people without homes, wealthy individuals seeking relationships, and everyday people trying to get through this crazy life. Jenna’s extensive experience has given her a deep understanding of people and shown her that everyone shares one common desire: to love and be loved.
Currently based in Austin, TX, Jenna has her masters degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (MAcOM) and is currently pursuing her doctorate degree. She has seen the way a feeling of being disconnected can impact physical and emotional well-being. Jenna offers acupuncutre, cupping therapy and TuiNA body work services to help her patients reach their healing goals. She also utilizes her psychology background and training to provide in-depth intimacy coaching to individuals & couples looking to enhance their relationships with others and with the self.
Jenna has 1000s of hours of experience practicing Traditional Chinese Medicine in Chengdu China, at the Veteran’s Administration, Austin Recovery Center, People’s Community Clinic, AOMA Clinic, Community Wellness Hours and in private settings.
If you are looking for an open-hearted, non-judgemental individual to hold space for you as you explore your healing path then you have found the right person.
Laura Farb, L.Ac.
“As a Chinese medicine practitioner, I help people get stronger not only by treating symptoms but also by addressing the underlying causes of their ailments so they can be truly healthy again and thrive. I use acupuncture and Chinese herbs alongside clinical nutrition with whole-food based supplements to support people. I have especially loved helping people with chronic pain, anxiety, and fatigue and have successfully helped many people withdraw from opioids while treating in the Bay Area of San Francisco. With our country’s epidemic health problems, I find it more crucial than ever before to educate and share holistic health care with people seeking relief.”
Acupuncture, Chinese Medicine, Clinical Nutrition
I help people get stronger not only by treating symptoms but also by addressing the underlying causes of their ailments so they can be truly healthy again and thrive.
I use acupuncture and Chinese herbs alongside clinical nutrition with whole-food based supplements to support people seeking relief.
Laura has been practicing Chinese medicine for over 17 years and has been a holistic practitioner for over 24 years. She comes from a background of massage therapy and has trained as a yoga teacher with Ana Forrest.
She started her acupuncture practice in Austin in 2006 and more recently returned from four years in the Bay Area. During her time in the Bay area, Laura was a clinic supervisor at the Chinese medicine college in Oakland and provided treatment at several high-volume community clinics.
Nationally board certified with the NCCAOM, Laura holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Pennsylvania and a master’s degree from AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine in Austin. She also interned in China and is certified as an Applied Clinical Nutritionist.
Laura uses a variety of modalities, including:
- Acupuncture
- Chinese herbal medicine
- Cupping
- Moxibustion
- Nutrition
- Flower Essences
She can help with many ailments including:
- Adrenal issues: fatigue, insomnia, low libido
- Digestive issues: gas, bloating, GERD/reflux
- Neuropathy: nerve pain, Bell’s palsy, muscle weakness, headaches
- Chronic Pain: back pain, knee pain, carpal tunnel, TMJ, sports injuries
- Hormonal: infertility, painful or irregular menstrual cycles, perimenopause
- & more… anxiety, allergies, brain fog, autoimmune-related issues
Laura loves helping people reconnect with their true health and vitality!